Knox College
Liberal arts college · Galesburg, IL · 1,127 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
71%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1180–1440
ACT (middle 50%)
21–32
Average net price
$19,292
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$70,855
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
73%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Knox College?
Knox College accepts about 71 of every 100 applicants (71%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1180 and 1440 on the SAT. A score at or above 1440 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1180, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–32.
The latest federal data says Knox College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Knox College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Knox College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $70,855 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,292 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $60,051 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$60,051
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$60,051
- Room & board$11,325
- Total cost of attendance$70,855
- Average net price after grants$19,292
Popular majors
Biology, Social Sciences, Education, English, Visual & Performing Arts.
Knox College FAQ
- What is Knox College's acceptance rate?
- 71% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Knox College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1180–1440. Aim for 1440 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Knox College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–32.
- Is Knox College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Knox College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Knox College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Knox College cost?
- About $70,855 a year before aid; $19,292 on average after grants.
- What is Knox College's FAFSA school code?
- 001704. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Knox College receives your information.
- What is Knox College's graduation rate?
- 73% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Knox College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Illinois UniversityMacomb, IL | 71% | — | $10,018 | 49% |
| Lewis UniversityRomeoville, IL | 71% | 960–1210 | $17,318 | 57% |
| McKendree UniversityLebanon, IL | 72% | — | $18,457 | 51% |
| Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb, IL | 70% | — | $14,505 | 48% |
| North Park UniversityChicago, IL | 69% | — | $15,949 | 52% |
| Elmhurst UniversityElmhurst, IL | 74% | 990–1260 | $23,165 | 64% |